Egypt · Desert Safari

8-Day Egypt Tour of Cairo, Alexandria and Siwa with Sahara Safari

8 Days Round trip from Cairo Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover iconic landmarks like the Great Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo
  • 02 Explore Alexandria's Greco-Roman history at the ancient Catacombs and Citadel of Qaitbay
  • 03 Enjoy the crystal-clear waters and sandy beaches of Marsa Matrouh, including Cleopatra's Bath
  • 04 Experience Siwa Oasis through its ancient sites, including Shali and the Temple of the Oracle
  • 05 Embark on a Sahara Desert Safari adventure with a BBQ dinner under a starry sky

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day tour through Egypt, exploring iconic landmarks such as the Giza Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and the ancient city of Alexandria. Discover the rich history of Saqqara, Memphis, and Siwa Oasis, and enjoy unique experiences including a camel ride at the pyramids, a desert safari, and star-gazing in the Sahara.

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day tour through Egypt, exploring iconic landmarks such as the Giza Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and the ancient city of Alexandria.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Alexandria, Cairo, Giza, Matruh, Siwa Oasis, Saqqara, Memphis
Languages Arabic, Catalan, Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Cairo, Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum

  • Arrive at Cairo International Airport.
  • Transfer to your hotel in Cairo.
  • Meet your private tour guide at the hotel for a visit to the Giza Pyramids, including the three famous pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mecyrinos, as well as the Great Sphinx.
  • Enjoy a camel ride on the plateau for unforgettable photos.
  • Visit the Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of artifacts from the prehistoric to Greco-Roman periods.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Attend the Sound and Light Show at the Giza Pyramids (optional).
  • Return to the hotel.

Hotel: Hilton Pyramids Golf or similar
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Tour Duration: 08 Hours

2
Day 02

Saqqara, Memphis and the Serapeum

  • Meet your private tour guide at the hotel.
  • Visit Saqqara and the Step Pyramid of King Djoser from the 3rd Dynasty.
  • Explore Memphis, the first capital of Egypt, including the Memphis Museum and the colossal statue of Ramses II.
  • Visit the Serapeum of Saqqara, a necropolis for the sacred Apis bulls.
  • Explore the Teti Pyramid.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Return to your hotel in Cairo.

Hotel: Hilton Pyramids Golf or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tour Duration: 08 Hours

3
Day 03

Journey to Alexandria and Greco-Roman Sights

  • Meet your private tour guide at 7:00 AM.
  • Drive to Alexandria, a journey of approximately 3 hours.
  • Visit the Catacombs, known for their beautiful reliefs blending Greco-Roman and ancient Egyptian styles.
  • Visit the Serapeum and Pompey's Pillar.
  • Explore the Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.
  • Enjoy lunch with fish, chicken, or vegetarian options.
  • Visit the new Library of Alexandria from the outside.
  • Check in at your hotel in Alexandria.

Hotel: Hilton Corniche Alexandria or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tour Duration: 10 Hours

4
Day 04

Alexandria to Marsa Matrouh

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive to Marsa Matrouh, a beautiful Mediterranean port city.
  • Visit Cleopatra's Bath, a place associated with Cleopatra and Marcus Antonius.
  • Explore Ageeba Beach, known for its clear sands and turquoise waters.
  • Check in at your hotel in Marsa Matrouh.

Hotel: Beau Site Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tour Duration: 08 Hours

5
Day 05

Drive from Matrouh to Siwa Oasis

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive to Siwa Oasis, known for its natural beauty and cultural richness.
  • Check in at your hotel in Siwa.

Hotel: Shali Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tour Duration: 08 Hours

6
Day 06

Shali, Desert Tombs and Sahara Safari

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Visit the Old Town of Shali, a 13th-century fortress made from mud and salt.
  • Explore the Mountain of the Dead, with tombs carved into the rock.
  • Visit the Mountain of El Dakrour, a site of worship and tombs.
  • Enjoy a Sahara Desert Safari by 4X4.
  • Have a BBQ dinner at a Sahara Desert Camp and enjoy star-gazing.
  • Return to the hotel.

Hotel: Shali Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tour Duration: 08 Hours

7
Day 07

Temple of the Oracle and Return to Cairo

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Visit the Temple of the Oracle, an important site during the Greco-Roman period.
  • Drive back to Cairo and check in at the hotel.

Hotel: Hilton Pyramids Golf or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tour Duration: 08 Hours

8
Day 08

Departure from Cairo

  • Enjoy free time before your flight.
  • Check out from the hotel and transfer to Cairo Airport for departure.
Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Old Town of Shali, Siwa Oasis

Where this trip takes you

Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Old Town of Shali, Siwa Oasis

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Cairo 7 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 3 nights' accommodation in Cairo with breakfast
  • 1 night's accommodation in Alexandria with breakfast
  • 1 night's accommodation in Matrouh with breakfast
  • 2 nights' accommodation in Siwa with breakfast
  • All meals during the tours
  • All transfers as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Meet & assist service at the airport
  • Transfers to and from the airport
  • Daily supply of mineral water
  • English-speaking guide
  • All entrance fees for the sites mentioned in the itinerary

What's Not Included

  • Tips: $10 per person per day
  • Visa: $25 upon arrival
  • Optional tours are available at an additional cost, such as the Sound and Light Show at the Giza Pyramids.

Know before you go

  • Breakfast is always at the hotel.
  • Lunch is served in a local restaurant.
  • Dinner is either at the hotel or in a local restaurant.
  • Cairo hotel: Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino Cairo, Hilton Airport, or similar.
  • Alexandria hotel: Hilton Corniche Hotel or similar.
  • Matrouh hotel: Jaz Hotel or similar.
  • Siwa hotel: Shali Resort or similar.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Tour start
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Cairo.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $980.00 — $1,500.00
Double Sharing $980.00 — $1,260.00

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